As a way of promoting the Lumia 1020, Nokia partnered with Stephen Alvarez, a photographer for National Geographic, to create a photo shoot that explores and documents some of the dramatic natural scenery around the Grand Canyon, in the South West of the United States. The result is a collection of stunning images that demonstrate the capabilities of Nokia's flagship imaging device.

One of the images from the shoot will be featured on the inside front cover of the National Geographic magazine's 125th anniversary collector's edition, which is due out on September 15th. The full set of images from the shoot, together with a travelogue, can be seen on the National Geographic website, but we've included a few below to whet your appetite.

Stephen Alvarez, said:

“What the Nokia Lumia 1020 does astounds me. Getting these results from a smartphone, at magazine resolution, is stunning. I’ve used a lot of smartphones, so when I set out on this assignment I had my doubts. My doubts are gone. There’s never been anything even remotely like it.”

Nokia and National Geographic have also teamed up to offer an opportunity for five people to win a photography mater class with Stephen Alvarez, a year's subscription to National Geographic, a Nokia Lumia 1020, and a trip to Puerto Rico. 40 runners up will receive a one year subscription to National Geographic and a chance to trial aa Nokia Lumia 1020 smartphone. To enter you will to submit a photo, via Talenthouse,  on a theme the spirit of travel and adventure. Photo from the competition will be featured on the National Geographic website.